Watkins has been so impressive that Whaley even quipped to FOX Sports' Mike Garafolo that Canton-bound legend Andre Reed is passing the torch to a future Hall of Famer.

"You just saw him go up and catch one like he's 6-5," Whaley told Garafolo. "We firmly believe he plays bigger than his size. We're comfortable with that and we think he'll steadily improve and by Day 1 will be 'The Guy.'"

Don't expect veteran Mike Williams or second-year receiver Robert Woods to lead the Bills' wide receiver corps in 2014. Even as a greenhorn, Watkins is going to be Manuel's go-to target.